2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 891 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
